11th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
A night ritual begins at the pilgrimage of Maria Lionza in Quiballo, Venezuela. The red shroud represents the color of the spirit who will soon take form and possession of the pilgrim. The pilgrim w

A night ritual begins at the pilgrimage of Maria Lionza in Quiballo, Venezuela. The red shroud represents the color of the spirit who will soon take form and possession of the pilgrim. The pilgrim will soon enter into a deep trance.

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Date Taken: 10.2012
Date Uploaded: 11.2013
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Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Copyright: © Troi Anderson